Easy Bar B Q Shrimp Recipe

Get ready for a flavor explosion! This incredibly delicious BBQ shrimp recipe is fast, fuss-free, and ready in under 35 minutes. Perfectly cooked shrimp in a mouthwatering BBQ sauce served over fluffy rice – it's the best shrimp dish you'll ever taste! Perfect for a weeknight meal or a casual get-together.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 782.3 kcal
Protein 139g
Rating 4.5 (6 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Bar B Q Shrimp

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How to Make Easy Bar B Q Shrimp

  1. Peel and devein 1 pound of shrimp and set aside.
  2. Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).
  3. In a medium saucepan, melt 4 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add 1/4 cup BBQ sauce, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional). Stir until well combined and the brown sugar is dissolved.
  4. Add the peeled shrimp to the saucepan and toss gently to coat them evenly in the BBQ sauce.
  5. Transfer the shrimp to a 1 1/2-quart baking dish.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. (Cooking time depends on shrimp size; larger shrimp may require a slightly longer cooking time).
  7. Serve the BBQ shrimp immediately over 2 cups of cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions or fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

59 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

152g

Carbs

1g